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“People settle for a level of despair they can tolerate and call it happiness.”

Soren Kierkegaard

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Sometimes, people get used to feeling sad or unhappy and pretend that it is normal or okay. Imagine someone in a job they don't like but stays because it pays the bills. They might tell themselves they are happy even though they aren't. This is because they don't think they can find anything better or they are scared of change. So, they learn to live with their sadness because it's familiar and they can manage it. Instead of looking for real happiness, they convince themselves that this is good enough. To truly be happy, it's important not to settle for less than you deserve and to take risks to find what truly brings joy.

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Acceptance Contentment Coping mechanisms Despair Emotional well-being Happiness Mental health Resignation
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